Borage oil benefits

Introduction

The borage plant has been widely used for various medicinalpurposes for numerous centuries. It is also sometimes referred to by itsbotanical name of borago officinalis. It is an annual herb and it grows inAsia, Europe, North Africa, South America and certain countries of theMediterranean region. Its seeds are used for the extraction of oil which is anexcellent source of gamma linolenic acid. This substance has very potent antiinflammatory properties. Borage plant is commercially cultivated because itsleaves, stems and seeds can be used for numerous medicinal and culinarypurposes.

Health Benefits of Borage Oil

Borage oil can be of great help for all those who sufferfrom arthritis because it relieves the stiffness, swelling and painfulsensations which are commonly associated with this medical condition. It mayalso come in very handy when it comes to the treatment of the pulmonaryinflammation, skin lesions, skin inflammation, cutaneous inflammatory skindisorders, skin dryness eczema and several other similar medical conditions.The skin can benefit greatly from the use of borage oil as it is very efficientin relieving eczema and itching. It can also be of great help in the preventionand treatment of seborrheic dermatitis,skin aging, acne, dryness of the skin,rosacea, roughness of the skin and psoriasis. Borage oil can also be veryinteresting for women because it treats premenstrual symptoms, menopausalsymptoms, female infertility, mood swings, endometriosis, breast tenderness,hot flash and abdominal cramping very efficiently. Borage oil may be veryhelpful for all those who suffer from multiple sclerosis because the gammalinoleic acid prevents the nerve damage, improves the transmission of nerveimpulses and treats the nerves which are already damaged. Borage oil is veryefficient in preventing hair loss, treat damaged and dry hair and slowing downthe process of the male pattern hair loss.

Borage oil is very beneficial in enhancing the functioningof the circulatory system and preventing the clotting of blood. It also reducesthe risk of hypertension and high blood pressure very efficiently. Borage oilis also very efficient in reducing the levels of bad cholesterol in the bloodand increasing the levels of good cholesterol in the blood. It reduces the riskof numerous different types of cardiovascular diseases. Borage oil can be of certainhelp when it comes to reducing the risk of several different types of cancer aswell. It can be used for culinary purposes, but if one consumes it in excessiveamounts it may lead to nausea, headaches, intoxication, abdominal bloating,liver problems, diarrhea and indigestion.